Uryadi’s Village Family Sponsorship Program
Life Changing Support for Families with Children with Special Needs
How it Works
We recognize that one of the most impactful ways we can support families in our community with children with special needs is through education and access to critical resources. In partnership with local government agencies and officials, we have created this program to provide these families with the support they need to address all of their child’s needs.
What We Provide
This program provides families access to medical and therapeutic care, and incontinence supplies, as a beginning point. We encourage parents to be actively involved in their child’s therapy, so that they understand how the therapy works, and are able to provide ongoing therapy for their children at home, with guidance from our staff. We also provide educational workshops for parents to share ideas around how to best care for their beloved child.
Is it working?
This program is still in development, but after only a few months, and enrolling our first families, we are seeing some amazing results.
We see parents who are full of hope for their families and their child, and who feel supported instead of isolated.
We see smiles, where before there was worry, fear, and exhaustion.
Progress
There is so much change already. These very special children are making so much progress, sometimes in small but profound ways that only their closest caregivers and family see, and sometimes in leaps and bounds.
This program is already changing lives, and we know that the change in these individual lives will lead to bigger changes, on a larger scale.
The change will ripple out and will lead to even more love, hope, and opportunity for these children, their families, and ultimately, our community.
This program matters
The Family Sponsorship Program is entirely funded by sponsorships. Sponsors are a critical part of Uryadi’s Village, and we need sponsors for this program.
If you are ready to be part of a bigger change rippling out into our world, please send an email to sarah@uryadisvillage.org or jennifer@uryadisvillage.org.
The Families
Abenezer and his Mother
Abenezer is playful and has the sweetest smile! He is seven years old and has been diagnosed with Dravet Syndrome which is the root cause of his seizure disorder.
Mercy and her Father
Mercy gives so much love to each and every person she comes across. She is 9 years old and we still are working to diagnose her developmental challenges that include severe seizures.
Bezawit and her Mother
Bezawit is new to our program, and we are still working with our medical and Physical Therapy team to gain a better understanding of her challenges. She is already benefiting from Physical Therapy to help improve her strength and mobility.
Kalkidan and her Mother
Kalkidan is new to our program, and she and her mother are just beginning to find a new path forward, with the support that they both need. We currently provide Physical Therapy for Kalkidan, which is a big step forward.
Nesanet and her Grandmother
Nesanet is an energetic, curious, and very active 6 year old girl, and she and her grandmother are working with our team to determine the best ways UV can support their family.
Meron and her Parents
Meron is a strong and vibrant 10 year old girl who has been diagnosed with microcephaly and a seizure disorder. Both of her parents cherish her, and are committed to her care
Amanual during his first visit to the village
Amanual’s family is new to the program, and we are working closely with them to determine the best path forward for Amanual and their family.
Tingert and her Mother
Tinager is new to our program, and we are working with our team to pinpoint her needs and challenges. She is a strong, brave, and very smart little girl. We are currently providing Physical Therapy for her every week, which is already positively impacting her and her mother’s daily life.
Tamrawit with Moges, our Physical Therapist
Tamrawit is already receiving Physical Therapy at the village, and she is clearly enjoying it! She will have so many more opportunities to grow, learn, and develop skills because of this program.